French Puy Lentil Stew
This hearty and flavorful French Puy lentil stew is a comforting and nutritious meal. Earthy green lentils are simmered with aromatic vegetables, herbs, and a rich tomato broth. It's perfect for a satisfying lunch or dinner.
An original recipe by Forkin
- Total time
- 1 hr 5 min
- Serves
- 4
- Difficulty
- Medium
Allergen information: may contain celery. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.
Mise en place
Ingredients
Converted for display; the recipe amounts stay equivalent.
Ingredients
- 1.5 cuppuy lentils, rinsed
- 2 tbspolive oil
- 1 pcsyellow onion, chopped
- 2 pcscarrot, diced
- 2 pcscelery stalk, diced
- 3 clovegarlic, minced
- 411 gcanned diced tomatoes, undrained
- 4 cupvegetable broth
- 1 tspfresh thyme, chopped
- 1 pcsbay leaf
- 0.5 tspsalt
- 0.25 tspblack pepper, freshly ground
garnish
- 2 tbspfresh parsley, chopped
Equipment
ladle · knife · cutting board · large pot · dutch oven
The method
Step by step
- 1
Rinse the puy lentils under cold water and set aside.
About 2 min
Cook’s note: Rinsing helps remove any debris and excess starch from the lentils.
- 2
Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
About 1 min
- 3
Add the yellow onion, carrot, and celery to the pot.
- 4
Sauté for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables have softened, stirring occasionally.
About 7 min
- 5
Stir in the garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.
About 1 min
Cook’s note: Be careful not to burn the garlic.
- 6
Add the rinsed puy lentils, canned diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, fresh thyme, and bay leaf to the pot.
About 2 min
- 7
Season with salt and black pepper.
- 8
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30-35 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.
About 35 min
Cook’s note: Check the lentils periodically and add a little more broth or water if the stew becomes too dry.
- 9
Remove the bay leaf before serving.
About 1 min
- 10
Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
About 1 min
- 11
Ladle the stew into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley.
Keep it good
Store leftover stew in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Reheat gently on the stovetop over low heat, adding a splash of water or broth if needed, or in the microwave until warmed through.
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